New Mexico State edges Louisiana Tech 70-68

Feb 9, 2010 - 4:50 AM
LAS CRUCES, N.M.(AP) -- Hernst Laroche hit a jumper from the free
throw line with 1.1 seconds left to lift New Mexico State to a
70-68 victory over Louisiana Tech on Monday night.

With the game tied at 68, Aggies guard Jahmar Young missed a
jumper from the top of the key, but the rebound found its way to
Laroche, who hit a 15-footer from straight away.

With the victory, New Mexico State (15-8, 8-2 Western Athletic)
kept pace with Utah State atop the conference standings and
swept the season series with the Bulldogs (19-5, 7-3).

After trailing by 17 with under 10 minutes to play, Louisiana
Tech tied the game at 68-68 on back-to-back 3-pointers from
Jamel Guyton. The second came with 35.5 seconds left to play.